Community Organizer: Community Partnership Program (Cpp)

Good Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year – and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success.  At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain’s New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference! 

For Full Time Employees Benefits/Perks:

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off (Including 5 Self-Care Days/Floating Holidays, 12 Sick Days, 15 Vacation Days, and 11 Holidays)
• Healthcare Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Care)
• 403(b) Plan (GSS contributes 3% of your salary to your 403(b) plan after 3 years of service, with contributions increasing over time) 
• This positon is in person but will have the flexiblity to work a hybrid schedule as program needs allow.

The Community Organizer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing effective community development, education, and outreach initiatives for the community of East New York (ENY), Brooklyn, in support of the mission and goals of the Community Partnership Program (CPP) membership. He/she will also encourage interdependence, mutual understanding, and awareness among staff, partnership members and community members. The Community Organizer will support the Community Ambassadors, part-time community leaders who will focus on issues important to the community, in their outreach and organizing efforts. 

Reports to: PROGRAM DIRECTOR, Community Partnership Program

Location: 692 Blake Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11207

Hours: 35 Hours/ Week; Exempt

Salary: $58,000-$64,500/Year

Major Duties:

• Develop strategic linkages with other Community Based Organizations (CBOs) and stakeholders around key issues of significance to community and the CPP membership.
• Work collaboratively with Community Ambassadors to further goals of CPP. 
• Develop collaborative working connections with existing constituent groups in the community, and work towards goal of having these groups participate in larger, more heterogeneous community activities.
• Gather and disseminate information on issues significant to ENY.
• Participate in relevant community board, precinct council, and other community meetings, while establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with schools, businesses, various levels of government and the general public.
• Train community residents, community ambassadors, partnership member,s and staff in the skills and elements of community development, education, and outreach.
• Identify and develop emerging community leaders, institute leadership training workshops for staff, participants, and community members.
• Identify and support opportunities for CPP and community members to work together on issues that affect them, with goal of developing individual and collective power.
• Work collaboratively with all CPP ENY- based programs to define how community outreach can be effectively integrated. 
• Identify and maintain up-to-date information on key community issues and trends.
• Promote opportunities for youth and families to have a voice in CPP and policy planning.
• Develop and supervise community service opportunities for youth and young adults.
• Provide opportunities for community members to work and celebrate together in order to foster a sense of belonging, pride and mutual responsibility.
• Initiate ongoing assessment of efficacy of community development, education, and outreach activities. 
• Supervise interns and volunteers, as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with the Program Evaluation and Planning (PEP) team to develop, track and evaluate outcomes. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree preferred – will consider HS diploma/GED. Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the community development/outreach field.
• Deep knowledge of East New York and commitment to the community required.  
• Experience building coalitions within communities, helping diverse groups of people identify and work toward common goals. 
• Must have experience facilitating groups.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and collaboratively with all levels of staff, program participants and community members. 
• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills. 
• Ability to work flexible schedule including evening or weekend community meetings/events.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and social media.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize social media outlets.

Good Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year – and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success. At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain’s New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference!

General Requirements: All staff are expected to be committed to the mission, vision, and values of Good Shepherd Services, which includes involvement in quality improvement activities and a willingness and ability to work within a culturally diverse environment.

Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.

Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage applicants of all abilities to apply.